22 Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools is [their] folly.

23 The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:22-23

Commentary on Proverbs 16:22

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As waters to a thirsty land, so is a wise man to his friends and neighbours.

Commentary on Proverbs 16:23

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The wise man's self-knowledge, always suggests something proper to be spoken to others.